Years 10-12
10-12 Key Dates
TERM 2 | ||
| June | ||
| Mon | 9th | Kings Birthday, Pupil Free Day |
| Fri | 13th | Exam Period Concludes |
| Sue Clay Visiting | ||
| Mon - Weds | 16th - 18th | Driver Education (Yr 10) |
| Tues | 17th | GAT (Unit 3 & 4 Students) |
| Fri | 20th | Pupil Free Day |
| Mon | 23rd | Sue Clay Visiting |
| Mon - Weds | 23rd-25th | Year 11 & 12 Retreat (leaving after school Monday) |
| July | ||
| Tues | 1st | Western District Career Longy Expo (Yr 10 & 11) |
| Weds | 2nd | Sue Clay Visiting |
| Fri | 4th | Final Day Term 2 |
Year 10 Science:
Year 10's have started learning about Newton's laws. They investigated Newton's first law by conducting the "egg drop" practical activity. The Year 10 science exam will take place on Friday next week. Students have been given a list of items that can be assessed, along with a revision booklet.
Weekly Wrap: Year 11
PE:
In Year 11 PE Maggie has been completing practical activities including, ultimate Frisbee, a stretching session and a long interval running session to investigate anatomical movements and cardiorespiratory responses in the sessions.
Accounting:
Michael is practicing creating various accounting records. This past week, Michael has been creating income statements for service firms and exploring the nature of cash and credit transactions. Our focus has been on recording and transferring data accurately between various documents.
Yr. 10 Work Experience
Footy Tipping - Top 10!
| RANK | NAME | ROUND 12 | TOTAL SCORE |
| 1 | Xanthe Fitzpatrick | 4 | 77 |
| 2 | Daisy Thompson | 5 | 77 |
| 3 | Raquel W | 5 | 77 |
| 4 | Lachlan HB | 5 | 76 |
| 5 | Tom F | 5 | 75 |
| 6 | SPeck56 | 5 | 75 |
| 7 | Lynne McRae | 5 | 75 |
| 8 | Amy Nicolson | 5 | 75 |
| 9 | Josie Larmour | 5 | 74 |
| 10 | Tom McGurk | 5 | 74 |
Careers and Pathways YEAR 12 REMINDERS
Charles Sturt Advantage Early Entry OPEN NOW
https://study.csu.edu.au/information-for/school-leavers/charles-sturt-advantage
Federation University Early Offer OPEN NOW
www.federation.edu.au/study/information/high-school-students/early-offer-program
Victoria University Early Offer OPEN NOW
www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/apply-to-vu/special-admission-programs/vu-early-entry
University, TAFE, and Private Provider Open Days are a wonderful opportunity for students to explore course and career options. They are particularly beneficial for students in Years 10, 11 and 12.
For a list of 2025 Open Days Visit:
https://charltonc.careertools.com.au/important-information/open-days-2025
Life at the Academy – Online Webinar
Wednesday June 11th, 6pm – 7pm
Join us for a deep dive into Academy life for Police Officers, whilst touching on training for Protective Services Officers, and Police Custody Officers.
To Register Visit:
www.police.vic.gov.au/find-police-career-information-session
Tech and Trades Experience Day 2025
City Campus
Thursday July 10th, 9am - 2pm
Explore next-level workshops at RMIT's Tech and Trades Experience Day in the July school holidays. Walk in the shoes of a student for a day and experience what it's like to learn an IT, tech or trade course. If you're a high school student in Year 10, 11 or 12, as well as parents/guardians, this event is for you!
Find out more and register
www.rmit.edu.au/events/2025/july/tech-trades-experience-day
YEAR 12 ‘s - APPLYING FOR COURSES
VTAC is the organisation that handles all University applications for Victoria – as a Year 12 Student you do not apply directly to any of the Universities. From 28th July 2025 Year 12 students are able to create their individual VTAC accounts. VTAC also handles some TAFE and Private Provider applications (Most TAFE applications are made via the individual institute’s website). The School will support students to create their VTAC accounts and apply for Scholarships, Special entry etc.
All Year 12 Students applying for courses through VTAC will need a USI (Unique Student Identifier) to set up their Account.
If you have completed VET training in the past, you will already have a USI (This includes courses such as White Card, First Aid etc):
Check here:
www.usi.gov.au/students/find-your-usi
To Create a USI Visit:
www.usi.gov.au/your-usi/create-usi
Outward Bound Junior Holiday Program
Location: Tharwa, ACT
September 29 to October 3, 2025
Outward Bound Junior is more than just a school holiday program for teenagers. By providing a fun and challenging environment, we encourage young adolescents to explore their potential through adventure, all the while supported by our expert instructors. The 5-day program for youth in Years 7 to 9 (ages 12-15) offers activities such as a high-ropes course, orienteering, and hiking.
For further information visit:
www.outwardbound.org.au/choose-your-adventure/school-holiday-adventures/junior-adventure-act
Darcy McCallum
Year 10-12 Co-ordinator
Sue Clay
Careers and Pathways
Email: s.clay@ncllen.org.au